Course overview
The course is designed for nurses caring for the interventional, medical and surgical cardiovascular patient cohorts. The course consists of a number of sections including risk factors, assessment and investigations; pathophysiology and medical management of the cardiovascular patient; other management strategies are such as, mechanical cardiac support, interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery and transplantation; and finally, secondary prevention, cardiac rehabilitation and palliation. The theoretical concepts and knowledge gained will enable the advanced practice nurse to engage in discussions regarding the principles of cardiovascular care nursing. It will have both theoretical and clinical components supported by classroom teaching. Students will also be expected to complete a range of clinical competencies throughout the course.
Course learning outcomes
- Outline the process of risk stratification and the assessment tools used to risk stratify patients.
- Recognise the ethnic and racial differences in the prevalence and prognostic impact of cardiovascular disease in different populations.
- Describe the aetiology, pathophysiology, assessment, and management of cardiovascular disorders and their comorbidities.
- Explain the indications, physiological effects, nursing care, and complications of cardiovascular therapies.
- Compare and contrast percutaneous intervention and surgical option for the treatment of coronary, valvular, and thoracic aortic disease.
- Identify the barriers and explain the benefits, phases, and components to a successful cardiac rehabilitation program.
- Explain the concepts of palliative care, and recommended strategies to improve palliative care for patients with advanced cardiovascular disease.
- Outline and reflect upon the legal and ethical implications of disease and its management.
- Identify and critically appraise the evidence that informs practice.
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